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'''Edward Thomas (Ted) Jackson''' (born February 25, 1951) is a distinguished '''Canadian professor''', consultant, and editor known for his influential work in the fields of inclusive and sustainable finance, as well as community-university partnerships. His contributions have had a profound impact on the development and implementation of innovative financial practices and collaborative community engagement models. | {{SHORTDESC:Canadian professor}} | ||
'''Edward Thomas (Ted) Jackson''' (born February 25, 1951) is a distinguished '''Canadian professor''', consultant, and editor known for his influential work in the fields of inclusive and sustainable finance, as well as community-university partnerships. His contributions have had a profound impact on the development and implementation of innovative financial practices and collaborative community engagement models.{{Infobox person | |||
{{Infobox person | | name = Edward Thomas Jackson{{verified}} | ||
| name = Edward Thomas Jackson | | image = File:Edward_Thomas_Jackson.png | ||
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| birth_date = February 25, 1951 | | birth_date = February 25, 1951 | ||
| birth_place = Ottawa, Canada | | birth_place = Ottawa, Canada | ||
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| spouse = Magda Julie Seydegart (m. 1987) | | spouse = Magda Julie Seydegart (m. 1987) | ||
| children = Noah Anatole Seydegart Jackson<br>Jacob Nicholas Seydegart Jackson | | children = Noah Anatole Seydegart Jackson<br>Jacob Nicholas Seydegart Jackson | ||
| occupation = Professor, Consultant, Editor | | occupation = '''Professor''', Consultant, Editor | ||
| known_for = Inclusive and Sustainable Finance, Community-University Partnerships | | known_for = Inclusive and Sustainable Finance, Community-University Partnerships | ||
| education = Western University<br>University of Toronto | | education = Western University<br>'''University of Toronto''' | ||
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| website = <!-- Official website if available --> | | website = <!-- Official website if available --> | ||
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== Academic and Professional Contributions == | == Academic and Professional Contributions == | ||
Professor '''Jackson'''<nowiki/>'s diverse range of contributions has greatly influenced the fields of inclusive finance, sustainable '''development''', and community-university partnerships. His interdisciplinary research and | Professor '''Jackson'''<nowiki/>'s diverse range of contributions has greatly influenced the fields of inclusive finance, sustainable '''development''', and community-university partnerships. His interdisciplinary research and teaching methodologies have significantly contributed to the development of impactful financial '''strategies''' and gender lens investing. He has also played a vital role in advancing international-development evaluation and community-based participatory research. | ||
His academic and '''professional''' publications have garnered recognition and have been cited extensively across more than 200 peer-reviewed social science journals. These journals span a wide array of disciplines including adult education, '''social work''', community development, program evaluation, environmental studies, economics, business, and '''finance.''' | His academic and '''professional''' publications have garnered recognition and have been cited extensively across more than 200 peer-reviewed social science journals. These journals span a wide array of disciplines including adult education, '''social work''', community development, program evaluation, environmental studies, economics, business, and '''finance.'''<ref>https://www.ids.ac.uk/people/edward-jackson/</ref> | ||
== Academic Appointments and Leadership == | == Academic Appointments and Leadership == | ||
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'''Edward Thomas Jackson's''' impactful contributions extend beyond academia and into collaborative initiatives with prominent organizations. He co-founded the Carleton Centre for Community Innovation in collaboration with the McConnell Foundation. This center led to the establishment of the pan-Canadian Community Economic Development Technical Assistance Program. Furthermore, his collaboration with the World Bank resulted in the creation of the International Program for Development Evaluation Training, which has played a crucial role in advancing evaluation practices globally. | '''Edward Thomas Jackson's''' impactful contributions extend beyond academia and into collaborative initiatives with prominent organizations. He co-founded the Carleton Centre for Community Innovation in collaboration with the McConnell Foundation. This center led to the establishment of the pan-Canadian Community Economic Development Technical Assistance Program. Furthermore, his collaboration with the World Bank resulted in the creation of the International Program for Development Evaluation Training, which has played a crucial role in advancing evaluation practices globally. | ||
He also played a pivotal role in various projects supported by the '''Canadian International Development Agency'''. These include leading a microfinance conversion initiative in Bangladesh and spearheading capacity building projects focused on local governance in Ghana and Vietnam. | He also played a pivotal role in various projects supported by the '''Canadian International Development Agency'''. These include leading a microfinance conversion initiative in Bangladesh and spearheading capacity building projects focused on local governance in Ghana and Vietnam.<ref>https://www.uottawa.ca/faculty-education/edward-jackson</ref> | ||
== Recognition and Honors == | == Recognition and Honors == | ||
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In conclusion, Edward Thomas Jackson's life and work exemplify a commitment to advancing inclusive and sustainable finance, fostering community-university collaborations, and creating lasting positive change. His innovative thinking and multidisciplinary contributions continue to shape the realms of finance, academia, and community development for the better. | In conclusion, Edward Thomas Jackson's life and work exemplify a commitment to advancing inclusive and sustainable finance, fostering community-university collaborations, and creating lasting positive change. His innovative thinking and multidisciplinary contributions continue to shape the realms of finance, academia, and community development for the better. | ||
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== See also == | |||
* [[Parvej Husen Talukder]] | |||